those attitudes started to change were raul castro was elected in 2009, he promised to move the country away from some of the old communist policies, especially towards religion. >> in three years, from three prayer groups, now we have 103 prayer groups in this area. several years ago this couldn't have happened. but now this is possible. by the miracle of god, because i think this is the time for cuba. >> reporter: we saw in times past many rigid things we thought would never be broken. now we're seeing a great harvest of souls in cuba. >> reporter: and the church is also making in roads in public schools, where they've been given permission to teach children the basics of principles. the government sees the church as a cheaper way to carry out social programs. but these church members believe there are deeper reasons. >> the people love us because we are bringing a message of love, of peace, of healing. >> we've gone around to various places, bringing food and clothing to those in need. and over 100 children have received christ through what we've done so far. >> reporter: and this le